Wellington, Australia, 23 March 2026 — AMPYR is investing over $100,000 directly into the future of the Wellington community, supporting 15 local community organisations through its Bulabul 1 Battery Community Fund. This is the first investment of the Fund.
The funding backs grassroots projects spanning cultural heritage, youth development, energy initiatives, sport and vital community infrastructure, ensuring the benefits of the Bulabul Battery are felt well beyond construction.
Among the recipients, the Wellington PCYC received $10,000 to integrate Come and Play activity sessions into their service offerings.
“This generous support from AMPYR goes far beyond dollars. It’s a genuine investment into our young people, our families and the fabric of the Wellington community,” Glen Shipway, President said.
“AMPYR’s contribution will allow us to strengthen our youth programs, update essential equipment and create even more meaningful opportunities for local young people to feel safe, supported and proud of who they are becoming. We’ll be able to continue to offer a place where Wellington youth can grow, learn, build confidence and stay connected to positive influences.
“This will have a deep and lasting impact across our wider community, as we bring families together, lift community spirit and provide our young people with reasons to stay engaged and on the right path.”
AMPYR Project Director Anthony Yeates said the strong response to the fund demonstrated the huge scope of activities being undertaken by community organisations in and around Wellington.
“We were encouraged by both the quality and range of applications received, and we’re very pleased to support initiatives that will creating meaningful, enduring benefits,” Mr Yeates said.
“It’s great to see the extent of initiatives that these organisations are progressing, and the passion they put into this work. Whether it’s backing local energy projects, investing in cultural heritage initiatives or helping ensure Santa makes a special visit to children in Wellington, this funding allows us to give back to the communities nearest our projects.
“We’re not just working to support NSW’s energy network. We’re committed to the region, and to working alongside the community to deliver projects that connect people, strengthen local capability, celebrate community identity and respond to local priorities.”
| Recipient | Project |
|---|---|
|
Wellington Information Neighbourhood Services |
Funding drop-in sessions to provide a safe space for children aged 8-17 |
|
Wellington Multi Service Centre |
Support volunteers, essential training, and the end‑of‑year celebration for volunteers and clients |
|
Wellington Touch Football Association |
Assistance to cover essential participation costs, upgrading sporting equipment, purchase of uniforms, registration fees and for representative teams to travel |
|
Wiradjuri Wellington Aboriginal Town Common Aboriginal Corporation |
Funding will assist in running of cultural programs, including the purchase of possum skins and installing power infrastructure |
|
Wellington Warriors Football Club |
Upgrading the Senior Club’s sports and training equipment |
|
Rotary Club of Wellington |
Installation of a solar and battery system |
|
Police Citizens Youth Club NSW |
Implement a multi-sport program that supports children aged 5–13 to build physical skills, confidence and social connection through fun, active play. |
|
Wellington Amateur Theatrical Society |
Upgrade lighting on stage 1 |
|
Wellington Little Athletics Club |
Upgrade of club sporting equipment |
|
Burrendong Arboretum Land Manager |
Funding the Water Management Plan |
|
Dhubu-Gu Local Aboriginal Land Council |
Purchase of musical equipment and a speaker system |
|
Doin it for Rural Aussie Kids |
Supporting the KISS Santa program for kids across Wellington and Dubbo |
|
Wellington Golf Club |
Supporting the Wellington Ladies Golf Tournaments |
|
Wellington Show |
Gold sponsorship for 2026 Wellington Show |
|
Western Plains Science and Engineering Challenge |
Gold sponsorship for the 2026 Western Plains Science & Engineering Challenge |
The next round of the Bulabul 1 Battery Community Fund is expected to open in late 2026.
For more information on AMPYR or the Bulabul Battery please visit here.
ENDS.
Photo attached: Wellington children participating in gymnastics classes at the Wellington PCYC. Photo courtesy of the Wellington PCYC.
About AMPYR
AMPYR is a new independent power producer in Australia with global backing from AGP. AMPYR’s grid-scale battery projects offer innovative energy solutions, which are built from the ground up with customers in mind, to power Australia’s future industries. AMPYR’s energy solutions empower Australia’s future industries, like hyperscale datacentres, to decarbonise reliably and cost-effectively. AMPYR is on track to deliver more than 6 GWh of grid-scale battery storage in strategic grid locations by 2030, providing up to 20% of Australia’s future storage demand.
AMPYR is part of AGP, an independent global investor and asset manager that owns, develops and operates sustainable real assets across three core strategies: Energy, Digital Infrastructure (Data Centre) and Real Estate. AGP has over 13 GW of clean energy assets under development globally.
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